There are many reasons to genuflect at the humble altar of music, booze and camaraderie known as Tobacco Road that have nothing to do with its unlikely centennial, being celebrated with a party on Saturday.

No. 1 is its mere existence. If it’s been a while since your last visit to South Miami Avenue, you may be surprised to find the Road bracketed by high-rise condos and bank towers. More ominous are the empty spaces, including one directly across the street where pile drivers prepare the foundation for something massive.